1 Ton Paraffin

1 ton parafin — one metric ton of paraffin wax — is a standard bulk unit for candle makers, wax distributors, and industrial buyers. This guide explains what determines its price, how it is packaged and stored, and which grade fits which use, so a procurement lead can size an order with confidence.

Quick facts

• 1 ton parafin equals 1,000 kilograms of paraffin wax.
• Paraffin wax is graded by melting point and oil content, tested to ASTM standards such as D87 and D721.
• US customs classifies paraffin wax with less than 0.75 percent oil under HTS 2712.20.00.00.
• Slack wax is a semi-refined intermediate used for blending, not a finished candle wax on its own.
• BHD Group supplies paraffin wax and slack wax as part of its Turkish-origin wax range.

Who this guide is for

This page serves three buyers evaluating a 1 ton parafin order. Candle producers sizing a production run need packaging and melting-point detail. Wax distributors and blenders comparing suppliers need grade and origin clarity. Procurement and logistics staff signing off on the purchase order need weight, storage, and shelf-life answers before they commit budget.

How many kilograms are in 1 ton of paraffin, and how does it ship?

1 ton parafin is 1,000 kilograms. How that ton is packaged — cartons, bags, or bulk — depends on the supplier's standard pack size and the buyer's handling equipment; BHD Group can confirm current packaging options against a specific order rather than a general rule.

Carton and bag formats

Paraffin wax for candle and cosmetics use is commonly packed in cartons for palletized handling, while slack wax destined for industrial blending often moves in bulk or drum formats. Confirm the exact format and net weight per unit with the supplier before ordering, since pack sizes are not standardized across the industry.

What determines the price of 1 ton of paraffin?

Price for 1 ton parafin moves with a mix of factors: crude oil and refining costs upstream, the specific grade requested (melting point, oil content, color), freight and origin, and order volume. A buyer researching a 1 ton parafin overview should treat any quoted price as grade- and route-specific rather than a single market number, since the material itself is defined by test results, not a single spec sheet line.

Grade-driven cost differences

Melting point and oil content are the two variables that most affect which paraffin wax tier a buyer is quoted. According to ASTM International, melting point by cooling curve is a test widely used by wax suppliers and buyers, particularly for highly paraffinic or crystalline petroleum waxes — it is one of the first specs a buyer should ask for on a quote.

In which industries, and in what quantities, is 1 ton of paraffin used?

Paraffin wax from the waxes family is confirmed for use in making pillar candles for the candles industry, and in cosmetic creams and balms for the cosmetics and personal care industry. A 1 ton parafin order sized for either sector should specify the intended end use up front, since melting point and oil content requirements differ by application.

Candle production

Candle makers buying at the 1 ton parafin scale typically size runs around economy and utility candles, grave, church and mourning candles, and container candles. Slack-wax blending is common practice for candle makers looking to manage cost across a production batch, and packaging wax rounds out demand from candle producers who also need wax for wrapping and coating.

Cosmetics and personal care

Cosmetic and personal-care formulators use paraffin wax as an ingredient in creams and balms. Buyers in this segment should confirm oil content and melting point against their formulation spec before placing a 1 ton parafin order, since these two variables directly affect texture and stability in a finished product.

What is the difference between semi-refined paraffin wax and slack wax?

Paraffin wax and slack wax sit at different points in the refining process. Slack wax is a semi-refined intermediate, typically higher in oil content, and is commonly used for blending rather than as a finished retail wax. BHD Group's wax range is semi-refined; buyers looking for other grades — higher-refinement tiers used in some cosmetic and candle segments — should note that this falls outside BHD's supply range, and ask any supplier directly which refinement tier a quoted lot actually meets, since "paraffin wax" alone does not specify it.

Oil content as the dividing line

Oil content is the standard technical marker separating wax grades. According to ASTM International, ASTM D721 covers determination of oil in petroleum waxes with a congealing point of 30°C or higher, for waxes containing not more than 15 percent oil — a useful reference point when comparing a slack-wax quote against a more refined paraffin wax quote.

How is 1 ton of paraffin stored, and what is its shelf life?

Paraffin wax is a stable solid at room temperature and does not carry a defined expiry date under normal dry storage, but a buyer should still confirm handling conditions with the supplier rather than assume indefinite storage. Congealing point testing, as described by ASTM International, measures the temperature at which a cooling sample develops resistance to flow — a property relevant to how the wax should be stored and re-melted for use.

Practical storage notes

Keep cartons or drums away from direct heat sources and out of prolonged sun exposure, since repeated melt-and-reset cycles can affect consistency. For a 1 ton parafin volume held in a warehouse, palletized carton storage is generally easier to inventory and rotate than loose bulk material.

What to check before you order

• Confirm the exact grade — paraffin wax or slack wax — and its intended end use.
• Request melting point and oil content test results for the specific lot.
• Confirm packaging format (carton, bag, or bulk) and net weight per unit.
• Verify origin and ask for documentation supporting Turkish-origin sourcing where relevant.
• Check the HTS classification applied for customs clearance on your route.
• Confirm lead time and delivery terms against your production schedule.
• Ask about minimum order quantity if 1 ton parafin is a trial order rather than a standing volume.

Working with BHD Group

BHD Group operates two divisions, BHD Chemical and BHD Sourcing — two divisions, one house, one accountable point of contact for a 1 ton parafin order or any volume beyond it. The wax range, including paraffin wax and slack wax, is Turkish-origin and processed to origin. A buyer working through this 1 ton parafin guide who is ready to move from research to a quote can reach BHD Group directly with the grade, packaging, and volume specified above.

Sources

• ASTM International — ASTM D87 Standard Test Method for Melting Point of Petroleum Wax (Cooling Curve), astm.org
• ASTM International — ASTM D721 Standard Test Method for Oil Content of Petroleum Waxes, store.astm.org
• ASTM International — ASTM D938 Standard Test Method for Congealing Point of Petroleum Waxes, astm.org
• U.S. International Trade Commission — HTS 2712.20.00.00, hts.usitc.gov